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St Louis Court House Antique Print, Missouri Architecture View c.1850

$283.76
£209.51
€240VAT Included
CA$394.16
A$395.91
CHF 229.56
MX$4,830.52
NOK 2,656.67
SEK 2,725.88
DKK 1,829.98

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St Louis Court House Antique Print, Missouri Architecture View c.1850 This refined mid-19th century engraving depicts the courthouse in St. Louis, Missouri, presenting an elegant and detailed view of one of the city’s most important civic buildings during a period of rapid growth and transformation in the American Midwest. The structure, with its prominent dome and neoclassical colonnades, stands as a symbol of order, governance, and architectural ambition in a developing urban landscape. The composition captures the courthouse within a lively city scene. Horse-drawn carriages traverse the square, while elegantly dressed figures stroll and gather, offering a vivid impression of daily life in St. Louis during the mid-1800s. The careful inclusion of architectural surroundings and street activity adds both historical depth and visual richness, making the print as much a social document as an architectural study. St. Louis was a key gateway city in 19th-century America, strategically positioned along the Mississippi River and serving as a major hub for trade, migration, and westward expansion. The courthouse itself—later associated with significant historical events such as the Dred Scott case—was one of the most prominent buildings in the city, reflecting both civic pride and the influence of classical architectural ideals in the United States. The engraving is executed with fine precision, showcasing delicate line work and subtle tonal gradations that give volume to the architecture and atmosphere to the sky. The balance between structured architectural forms and animated human activity creates a harmonious and engaging composition. A highly decorative and historically significant print, ideal for collectors of American city views, architectural engravings, or Missouri-related subjects. Its formal composition also makes it particularly suitable for sophisticated interiors, offices, or gallery-style displays. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The print is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only. Condition: Good condition with age-related toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. The image remains clean and well-defined with strong detail. Minor paper wear consistent with age. Framing tips: Best presented with a wide museum-style mat in warm off-white tones, paired with a dark walnut, ebonized, or bronze frame. A clean, structured framing approach complements the architectural subject and enhances its formal elegance. Technique: Engraving Maker: Published by the Bibliographisches Institut (Hildburghausen), mid-19th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.6 cm)Width: 9.41 in (23.9 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Good condition with age-related toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. The image remains clean and well-defined with strong detail. Minor paper wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-14038-1721stDibs: LU3054349658202

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